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Paulino Martin San Pedro died after being deported to Mexico, his family says. They blame ICE, have launched a fundraiser and plan a vigil in Beaverton.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Police used bean‑bag rounds to subdue a man on SE Powell; officers recovered a handgun and a 33‑year‑old is in custody.
Weather & Environment in ...
Steady rain and gusty east winds soaked Portland Saturday. Slick roads and heavier bands may arrive Monday into Tuesday.
Food & Drinks in ...
Chef Javier Canteras is opening a Slabtown "sequel" to Urdaneta that will focus on southern Spain flavors. Details and a timeline remain limited for now.
A southeast Portland shelter assault left an English teacher with a broken jaw; the attacker was sentenced to 70 months and the victim called the term "a little too short."
A Washington County jury convicted 21‑year‑old Kentrell Yates of first‑degree rape and sexual abuse in cases involving minors. Sentencing is set for May 1.
A Columbia County jury convicted former Vault Elite coach Anthony Trenkler of first‑degree sexual abuse and related counts. Sentencing is set for March 5, 2026.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Permits were filed to redevelop a long‑vacant NW 23rd Avenue lot into mixed‑use housing and retail, with construction targeted for spring 2027.
Bend police arrested three men in separate investigations into child sex abuse material; two men were indicted by grand juries and detectives continue to probe digital evidence.
Community & Society in ...
The Urban League of Portland has been served an eviction notice and must vacate its longtime headquarters by March 1, 2026. The notice caps a bitter dispute over ownership and repair of the building.
A high wind warning covers the South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County coast through Sunday morning, with headland gusts possibly reaching 75 mph.
Two Lane County K‑9 teams tracked a crash suspect across backyards near Spencer Butte; one man was detained and booked on multiple charges.
A Romanian national admitted in Portland federal court to hacking a computer tied to an Oregon state office and selling access online. He faces prison time, forfeiture of crypto and restitution to victims.
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